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Reviewed: 04 September 2009, 14:20 NZDT
Still current at:
08 November 2009
There is some risk to your security in Guatemala due to violent crime and we advise caution.
Violent crime in Guatemala can include armed robbery, murder, rape and car jackings. There have also been reports of “express kidnappings”, where individuals are forced to withdraw funds from automatic teller machines (ATMs) to secure their release.
We advise all New Zealanders travelling in Guatemala to be safety conscious at all times, particularly in major cities and major tourist destinations including Tikal, Antigua, Peten and Lake Atitlan. Travel on public buses should be avoided for security reasons.
Protests and demonstrations are common in Guatemala and have the potential to turn violent. We recommend you avoid such situations.
New Zealanders travelling or resident in Guatemala should have comprehensive medical and travel insurance policies in place that include provision for medical evacuation by air.
New Zealanders travelling or resident in Guatemala are encouraged to register their details online with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
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Contact details are
Street Address Jaime Balmes No 8, 4th Floor, Los Morales, Polanco, Mexico D.F. 11510
Telephone +52 55 5283 9460 Facsimile +52 55 5283 9480
Email kiwimexico@prodigy.net.mx
Website http://www.nzembassy.com/mexico
Office hours Mon - Thu 0830 - 1400, 1500 - 1730 hrs; Fri 0830 - 1400 hrs
Contact details are
Address 13 Calle 7-71, Zona 10, Guatemala City, Guatemala
Telephone +502 2363 1848 / +502 2433 4386 Facsimile +502 2334 8202
Email kiwiguatemala@gmail.com ; seidner2000@gmail.com
